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The Holiday House | Modern Wooded Retreat Near TC & Trails | Sauna

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Backyard with Sauna
Lower level king bedroom
Common area
Upstairs king bedroom
Upstairs queen bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Centre Ice Arena
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Holiday House | Modern Wooded Retreat Near TC & Trails | Sauna

Nestled among the tranquil woodlands of East Bay, this contemporary residence offers an idyllic setting for your next getaway. Situated just east of downtown Traverse City, it places you within a convenient 5 min drive of Mt. Holiday, the VASA Trail, and Timber Ridge, while downtown TC is a mere 15 minutes away. Additionally, you’ll find many local breweries, pizzerias, and grocery stores nearby.

If cool design, wild siding choices, and a super comfy layout are your jam, book The Holiday House!

THE SPACE:
This inviting two-story residence is complete with a spacious full basement. The upper level features two cozy bedrooms, a well-appointed bathroom, and a charming mini-living area, all complemented by a delightful outdoor birds-nest deck offering serene wooded views.

On the main level, you’ll discover a generously sized kitchen and living area, a well-equipped bathroom, a coffee bar, and an impressive, sprawling deck perfect for gatherings. Notably, the kitchen boasts a unique feature—the entire oven doubles as an air fryer!

In the basement, you’ll find laundry facilities, an additional bedroom, and a high-definition projector ready to transform your movie nights into cinematic experiences, complete with a popcorn corner for that authentic theater feel.

Outside, you'll find the perfect space to unwind, featuring a grand fire pit with comfortable seating and a new cedar sauna for you to enjoy. For your convenience, a Level 2 charging station with a J1772 plug is also installed for guests with electric vehicles.

LISTING ACCESS:
Convenience and security are paramount, with smart locks granting easy access to the house. There is tons of space for parking and a lot of privacy from neighbors.

We are always happy to help and remain available to you throughout your stay via VRBO messaging, with an average response rate of under 1 hour. Our phone number is also provided to you during check-in for any urgent requests or emergencies.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD:
Nestled just 15 min from the heart of Traverse City and situated right on the outskirts of Acme, the Holiday Hills neighborhood is directly across from the eastern shoreline of Grand Traverse Bay. This is the perfect location for those looking for the ease and convenience of being close to downtown while also looking to enjoy outdoor recreation.

NOTES:
If you’re planning a winter stay, bear in mind that Northern Michigan is Old Man Winter’s homeland. Roads can get slippery and may go unplowed, and events could be rescheduled or canceled. We strongly recommend arriving with a well-prepared vehicle equipped with all-wheel drive or snow tires.

Please note that we have a Nest home doorbell/camera for added security during your stay.

If you have babies coming to stay let us know ahead of time and we will have pack n’ plays, baby gates, sound machine, and high chairs ready!
If you’re booking winter dates, remember that Northern Michigan is the childhood home of Old Man Winter. Roads can be slick and go unplowed. Events might get canceled or rescheduled. We require that you bring a well-prepared vehicle with all-wheel/4-wheel drive or snow tires to this rental in the winter months.

Please be respectful of the neighbors, and this is a no-party property!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Traverse City

Traverse City is home to this holiday home. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Centre Ice Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Mt. Holiday Ski Area - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Traverse City State Park - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Centre Ice Arena - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Front Street - 11 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bayview Inn Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Peegeo's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Holiday House | Modern Wooded Retreat Near TC & Trails | Sauna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Holiday House | Modern Wooded Retreat Near TC & Trails | Sauna?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Holiday House | Modern Wooded Retreat Near TC & Trails | Sauna on 4 Oct 2025 start from AU$1,120.12, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Holiday House | Modern Wooded Retreat Near TC & Trails | Sauna?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Holiday House | Modern Wooded Retreat Near TC & Trails | Sauna?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Holiday House | Modern Wooded Retreat Near TC & Trails | Sauna located?

This family-friendly Traverse City holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Mt. Holiday Ski Area and Lake Michigan. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Traverse City Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Carrie Drier

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Why they chose this property

This property is 10 minutes from downtown Traverse City and 20 minutes to Elk Rapids. Its perfectly nestled away but close enough to all of the amazing things Traverse City has to offer.

What makes this property unique

We are always happy to help! If you have babies coming to stay let us know ahead of time and we will have pack n’plays, baby gates and high chairs ready! We also love giving good dinner recommendations or checkout our welcome book for more info! The property is off of 5mile! You turn onto Hakala Hills Drive and turn where you see a stake with house numbers on it. The house is on the left side of the road! Do not go down the dirt road if you do it does loop you around to the house. If you’re booking winter dates, remember that Northern Michigan is the childhood home of Old Man Winter. Roads can be slick and go unplowed. Events might get cancelled or rescheduled. We do require that you bring a well-prepared vehicle with all-wheel/4-wheel drive or snow tires to this rental in the winter months.

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